> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.anycampus.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.anycampus.io/key-concepts/web3.md). # Web3 AnyCampus aims to be a pioneer in the Web3 revolution for online education. But what is Web3 exactly? Web3, also known as Web3.0, represents the next generation of the internet, driven by blockchain technology. Although somewhat vague, it generally signifies a shift towards a more decentralized, user-centric internet, contrasting sharply with today’s internet space, called Web2. While the Web2 age is characterized by the popularity of centralized platforms provided by a few tech giants, the upcoming evolution of Web3 focuses on returning digital rights and self-sovereignty from Web2 corporations back to the individual users through the use of decentralized technology. In the current Web2 landscape, users have lost control of their digital identity rights to platform providers. They can access, collect, analyze, and take advantage of users’ data for their profit without consent, effectively becoming the owner of users’ digital rights. However, it’s set to change with the introduction of decentralized technology. Since blockchains eliminate the need for intermediaries and enable the creation of decentralized networks, internet users of the Web3 era can interact with each other peer-to-peer without involving any third parties that may exploit their personal information. Within the Web3 framework, you can conduct all your online activities, from banking and shopping to content creation and logistics, while maintaining complete control of your own personal information, data, privacy, and sovereignty. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.anycampus.io/key-concepts/web3.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.